Bad News is Bad News
Bad news is bad news again. In this week’s commentary, we explore how weak economic data is unsettling investors and what to expect in this shifting market environment.
The Job Seeker’s Ratio
The market got a jolt from the latest JOLTS (Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey) report this week. According to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of job openings in the U.S. dropped to 7.67 million in July. That’s the lowest...
Central Banks on the Move
When it comes to financial markets, central banks matter. They’re a big player. What they do affects almost everything in the economy, so it's important to keep an eye on their moves and know their policies. That’s where this week’s indicator comes into play....
Financial Focus – September 4th, 2024
Check out this week’s episode of Financial Focus, where David Nelson discusses the importance of the U.S. market on global economies and financial markets. He also emphasizes the need to stay savvy with market cycles and warns against letting political preferences skew investment decisions.
Breaking Ground
It seems like the economy has been quite resilient recently. Nate Kreinbrink joins us to share what is driving these positive results and if he believes the trend will continue.
Red Zone
After a strong run, the S&P 500 is starting to look like a football team repeatedly getting stuffed at the goal line. Is this a temporary stall or a sign of trouble ahead? Dive into our latest analysis to see if the market can overcome resistance or if lofty valuations might spell trouble ahead.
The Tortoise Beats the Hare
We all know the story—slow and steady wins the race. The tortoise beats the hare. Well, lately, it turns out bonds have been channeling their inner tortoise. How so? Imagine this: the S&P 500 Index (the stock market) is like the hare—fast, flashy, always in...
Un-Inversion
If you’ve kept your eye on financial markets the past few years, you’ve likely heard some buzz about the yield curve. It went negative over two years ago, meaning short-term rates (2-year Treasury rates) rose above long-term rates (10-year Treasury rates)....
Financial Focus – August 28th, 2024
In this episode of Financial Focus, Nate Kreinbrink and Mike VanZuiden discuss the upcoming Medicare annual enrollment period, emphasizing the importance of reviewing and possibly changing Medicare plans to ensure they meet individual needs. They also encourage listeners to seek personalized advice to navigate the complexities of Medicare options.
Hiring Halt
Recently, we’ve seen some concerning trends in employment numbers. David Nelson explains how this market indicator has historical ties to recession and an economic downturn may be on the horizon.
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